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Community Matters is a space to discover and share the people, places, and things to do in the UK that make our local communities great.
From cosy cafés and farm shops to community centres, poetry evenings, walking groups, and regular gatherings - we’re highlighting the spots and initiatives where connection, creativity, and kindness grow.
Places to go and grow.
Who We Love.
Wildish
Patley Bridge
In 2022, Oz and Nell opened Wildish Store in their local town of Pateley Bridge - nestled in the dreamlike landscape of Nidderdale.
Hosting free community walks, gardening projects, and workshops alongside their ethical wares and great coffee, this husband-and-wife duo have created a space to connect, pause, and give back.
14 High St, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5AW
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Glentrool Hive
Glentrool
Gleentrool Hive is a buzz of activity in South West Scotland's idyllic Galloway Forest Park. This community-run project is an inspiration for how to meet, have fun and learn in interesting ways.
With a community garden, regular workshops, community lunches and evenings of local music and poetry, the hive is a warm and welcoming creative space for both locals and visitors.
The Glentrool Hive, Glentrool, Newton Stewart DG8 6SY
Croft Street farm
Hampshire
Family-run Croft Street Farm Shop & Café in Hampshire is a local hub of fresh produce, homemade treats, and great coffee (plus an incredible gluten-free chocolate cake).
Beyond their shelves of meat and produce from their farm, they host regular tours, weekend workshops, and seasonal events that bring neighbours together.
3 Parsonage Cottages, Herriard, Hampshire RG25 2PQ
Community-Led
Locally owned or run by people whose effort actively gives back to their community (not part of a large chain - so no, not Starbucks).
Accessible & Ongoing
Low- or no-cost to join, with attention to accessibility and contributes to local life through events, gatherings, creativity, or collaboration that bring people together.
Welcoming & Connected
Somewhere people can meet, share, and feel a genuine sense of belonging with activities, spaces, or initiatives running regularly to nurture an ongoing sense of community.
Wanna Find the Best Places in the UK?
We're still in germination, so when we're ready to sprout, we'll let you know...
Share Your Sweet Spots
Locals really do know best, but maybe you've found a gem on your travels too - either way, spill the sauce...
Over the next few months, we're collecting details of people, places and things to do across the UK, and we'd love to hear yours!
Want some inspiration or an idea of what we're about? Click here